The Essential Law, Doctrine, and Order of the AME Church This vintage 1972 hardcover edition of The Book of Discipline of the African Methodist Episcopal Church is the official, definitive legislative and administrative guide for the AME Church. Published following the 39th Session of the General Conference held in Dallas, Texas, this volume is a critical historical and functional resource for clergy, church officers, historians, and collectors of African American religious history.
The Book of Discipline outlines the foundational doctrines, articles of religion, membership duties, ministerial ethics, and organizational structures that govern the oldest independent Protestant denomination founded by Black Americans. It serves as an invaluable snapshot of the church's governance and spiritual focus during the early 1970s.
Key Features of this Volume:
Publisher: AME Sunday School Union (1972).
Denomination: African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME).
Content: Complete articles of faith, general rules, judicial procedures, ritual services, and historical summaries of the denomination's founding by Richard Allen.
Format: Hardcover binding built for regular reference, featuring clear, organized legal and ecclesiastical layouts.
Secure Packing: To protect the structural integrity of this vintage 1970s binding and prevent edge-bumping during transit, this book will be enclosed in a protective moisture-barrier sleeve and shipped inside a sturdy, custom-fit box surrounded by professional padding.
Service: Sent via USPS Media Mail with tracking provided.